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politics1 year ago•9 min saved

"Arizona Abortion Ruling Sparks National Debate and Political Fallout"

Arizona Republicans distance themselves from a state Supreme Court ruling upholding a 160-year-old abortion ban, while the EPA announces new limits on "forever chemicals" in drinking water. President Biden criticizes Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict, and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute retracts seven studies over allegations of errors and image manipulation. Additionally, the former assistant principal at a Virginia school where a 6-year-old student shot his teacher is charged with child abuse, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics is expected to report an increase in inflation for the month of March.

via NBC News|

#abortion #arizona #dana-farber-cancer-institute

science1 year ago•5 min saved

"Cancer Research Institute Retracts 7 Studies Amid Controversy"

The prestigious Dana-Farber Cancer Institute has retracted seven studies following allegations of image manipulation and errors by a scientist blogger. The controversy has raised questions about scientific integrity and the pressures in research that could lead to misconduct. The retractions, primarily focused on multiple myeloma research, have prompted concerns about the impact on the field and the reputation of the institute. The episode highlights ongoing debates about scientific integrity and the need for swift action to correct the scientific record.

via NBC News|

#cancer-research #dana-farber-cancer-institute #image-manipulation

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Chadwick Boseman's Wife Raises Colorectal Cancer Awareness at Boston Dana-Farber

Simone Ledward-Boseman, wife of late actor Chadwick Boseman, visited Boston's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to raise awareness for colorectal cancer, speaking at the Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer Center's Patient and Family Forum. Highlighting the increasing prevalence of colorectal cancer in young people, she emphasized the importance of early detection and urged for greater awareness. The event aimed to shed light on the rising rates of colorectal cancer in individuals under 50 and the disparities in its impact on different communities, particularly among Black Americans.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#awareness #chadwick-boseman #colorectal-cancer

health2 years ago•2 min saved

Chadwick Boseman's Wife Advocates for Early Colorectal Cancer Detection

Simone Ledward-Boseman, the wife of late actor Chadwick Boseman, visited Boston's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to raise awareness for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and advocate for early detection of colorectal cancer, which claimed her husband's life at the age of 43. She emphasized the importance of early detection, especially for young-onset colorectal cancer, which is on the rise and disproportionately affects Black Americans. Ledward-Boseman spoke at the 5th Annual Patient and Family Forum at the Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer Center, highlighting the need for increased awareness and understanding of the risks associated with colorectal cancer.

via WCVB Boston|

#chadwick-boseman #colorectal-cancer #colorectal-cancer-awareness-month

science2 years ago•3 min saved

"Uncovering Sloppiness and Misconduct: The Impact on Dana-Farber's Reputation"

Biologist Sholto David has made it his mission to find flaws in scientific papers, often facing resistance from academics and journal editors. However, his efforts recently led to the Harvard-affiliated Dana-Farber Cancer Institute announcing retractions and corrections for several research papers after David raised concerns. He has flagged about 2,000 papers on PubPeer, mostly due to potential image manipulation, and believes that many errors in scientific research are due to sloppiness. While he does not want to create a hostile environment for scientists, he questions how many errors are acceptable before it becomes something more concerning.

via The Guardian|

#biology #dana-farber-cancer-institute #image-manipulation

science-and-technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Uncovering Research Misconduct: Technology's Role in Spotting Flawed Studies"

Allegations of research fakery at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have brought attention to scientific integrity, with amateur sleuths using technology to uncover image manipulation and potential plagiarism in published research. The institute is requesting retractions and corrections for scientific papers after a blogger flagged problems, and other champions of scientific integrity are also scrutinizing research. Technology has made it easier to detect image manipulation and plagiarism, and the motivation for misconduct may stem from the pressure to get published. Scientific journals are investigating the concerns raised and are looking into the matter.

via The Associated Press|

#dana-farber-cancer-institute #image-manipulation #plagiarism

science2 years ago•1 min saved

"Harvard Cancer Institute Retracts 6 Papers, Corrects 31 Amid Data Manipulation Claims"

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is retracting six papers and correcting 31 others authored by four senior researchers following allegations of data manipulation. The corrections come after claims of misconduct against DFCI President and CEO Laurie H. Glimcher ’72, Executive Vice President and COO William C. Hahn ’87, Senior Vice President for Experimental Medicine Irene M. Ghobrial, and Harvard Medical School professor Kenneth C. Anderson. The institute's research integrity officer stated that they are committed to a culture of accountability and integrity and are examining every inquiry about research integrity fully.

via Harvard Crimson|

#dana-farber-cancer-institute #data-manipulation #research-integrity

health-and-medicine2 years ago•3 min saved

"Dana-Farber Cancer Researchers Under Investigation for Data Manipulation"

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is facing allegations of data manipulation in research papers authored by four of its top scientists, including CEO Laurie Glimcher and COO William Hahn. An investigation has been ongoing for over a year, with potential retractions and corrections being considered for several papers. The institute's research integrity officer confirmed that the allegations are credible and warrant further examination, while emphasizing that the presence of image discrepancies does not necessarily indicate misconduct. The institute is committed to a thorough review of the original data and taking appropriate corrective actions.

via The Boston Globe|

#cancer-research #dana-farber-cancer-institute #data-manipulation

health-and-science2 years ago•0 min saved

"Dana-Farber Researchers Investigate Data Manipulation Allegations"

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is in the process of retracting one paper and correcting others following an investigation into manipulated data, involving numerous papers authored by top scientists and institute leaders, including CEO Laurie Glimcher and COO William Hahn. The review process began over a year ago, and while not all claims have been reviewed, several are serious enough that discussions with journals about retractions and corrections are underway, with none of the allegations dismissed for lack of scientific merit so far.

via STAT|

#cancer-research #dana-farber-cancer-institute #data-manipulation

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Boston Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Reinstate Masking Policy Due to Respiratory Illness Uptick

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston has reinstated its masking policy for staff and patients due to an increase in respiratory illnesses in the area. The hospital will provide face masks at entrances and hygiene stations, and individuals are required to wear them at all times. The policy will be adjusted based on data points such as rates of respiratory illness, staff absenteeism, and hospitalizations. The hospital will lift the mask requirement when these data points consistently decrease. This move comes as mask-wearing policies were initially implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.

via Boston 25 News|

#boston-hospital #covid-19 #dana-farber-cancer-institute

healthcare2 years ago•5 min saved

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's New Boston Cancer Care Center Sparks Mixed Reactions

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute plans to build a new cancer care center in Boston, moving its inpatient oncology care away from Brigham and Women's Hospital. The decision to partner with Beth Israel Lahey Health came as a surprise to Mass General Brigham executives. The move will create an independent cancer center and bolster the size and scope of Beth Israel, while Dana-Farber moves away from the dominant health system in the market. The new center will provide dedicated inpatient care for adult cancer patients, addressing the growing need for such services. The details of integration and design are yet to be worked out, and regulatory approvals will be required.

via The Boston Globe|

#boston #brigham-and-womens-hospital #cancer-care